HYDRATE WITH HONEY!
Hair Salons are closed, and it’s up to us to maintain our appearances until this quarantine is over. My go-to-styles has been a wash-and-go, braids, and two-strand twists. My saving grace has been Camille Rose’s Honey Leave-in Conditioner. For those who are unaware of the magical powers of Honey, well, here it is! Honey is an emollient that moisturizes, locks in shine, and restores the … Continue reading HYDRATE WITH HONEY!
FBF: Out and About in NYC
Before social distancing was a thing, I took a trip to New York for Labor Day weekend to show off my latest finds from the Thrift Store. On Saturday night, I attended an Afrobeats and Dancehall party in honor of the West Indian Day Parade. I wore a gold sleeveless tie-front crop top blouse with ripped jeans and tan pumps from DSW clearance rack. After … Continue reading FBF: Out and About in NYC
GIRL TALK: BRUNCH & CONVERSATIONS
I’ve hosted my first panel discussion on Saturday, May 2, 2020, discussing life as a woman under quarantine. I had the opportunity of bringing in four amazing professionals from different industries to give their perspective on topics of Health and Wellness, Self-Care, Beauty, and Relationships. We plan to have more panel discussions in the future, but for right now, I’ve listed the panelist’s websites below … Continue reading GIRL TALK: BRUNCH & CONVERSATIONS
Thrift Store Finds: THAT DRESS FROM A 90’S SITCOM
I love finding fashion from the past at the thrift store. Growing up in the ’90s, I watched shows like The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Martin, A Different World, Save by the Bell, and many others. I always wanted to be “that girl” wearing “that dress” on a first date or a night out with the girls. This vintage crimson velvet dress has the perfect … Continue reading Thrift Store Finds: THAT DRESS FROM A 90’S SITCOM
READ, REST, & RELAX!
We are going through uncertain times right now. There’s a person out there struggling to stay home, unemployed, scared of experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, and dealing with the scarcity of necessary supplies (such as toilet paper, Thanks Panic Buyers!) while trying to stay healthy. Any one of these things brings an enormous amount of stress to your body. The truth is that stress can send you … Continue reading READ, REST, & RELAX!
Thrift Store Finds: Paying Homage to the "Around the Way Girl"
Photo Cred: Antonio Diggs @80shots Hair: Natasha Love @hairnlove The “Around the Way Girl” is fun, smart, chill, and confident. She’s the one that every girl wants to be, and every guy wants to be with. Her style is effortless; it exudes sexiness without showing skin or spending hours in shoes that more than likely will hurt your feet than give you attention. On my … Continue reading Thrift Store Finds: Paying Homage to the "Around the Way Girl"
Shea Moisture Daily Hydration Creme Sugar Scrub
I’m an advocate for exfoliating your skin! There are times when our skin goes through a season of dryness, and we need an occasional body scrub to help revitalize and restore new skin cells. Some of your local Spa’s offer this type of treatment, But if you are on a budget, like me, then applying Shea Moisture Daily Hydration Creme Sugar Scrub two to three … Continue reading Shea Moisture Daily Hydration Creme Sugar Scrub
CLOSE THE DEAL IN STYLE
Photo Cred: Antonio Diggs @80shotsHair: Natasha Love @hairnlove While attending a meeting, the goal is to close the deal or pick up a new client. Accomplishing these tasks in person takes preparation and confidence. Confidence is all about how you feel and look. Wearing an outfit that you feel comfortable in will have you strutting in the office with your head held high, saying that … Continue reading CLOSE THE DEAL IN STYLE
FBF: Galentine's Day Slumber Party
I hosted my first annual Galentine’s Day Slumber Party a couple of weeks ago for four of my girlfriends. The theme for this year’s festivities was “Self Care.” I wanted to convey how important it is to take time out for yourself. I partnered with Shanny B’s interior design to create a safe place for girlfriends to come together to eat, drink, play games, and … Continue reading FBF: Galentine's Day Slumber Party
THRIFT STORE FINDS: Winter Edition
Coat, Hat, and long sleeves are all perfect remedies to surviving the winter. I lucked out in finding a 100% long wool coat to pair with a vintage Asian print Chico Design blouse and a fedora hat. See, it is possible to be stylish while staying warm! Wool Coat, Vintage Blouse, and Fedora Hat came from:2nd Ave Value Stores13770 Smoketown RoadWoodbridge, VA 22192 Continue reading THRIFT STORE FINDS: Winter Edition
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